For this Easter, we have decided to skip the clichés and stick to tradition in its purest form—an entirely Rhodope menu. We have prepared a combination of oven-roasted lamb, unique “redeni” (arranged) meatballs, and classic beans, with our signature Rhodopa spice mix as the secret ingredient in every dish.
Oven-Roasted Lamb with Potatoes
Roasted lamb for Easter (as well as for St. George’s Day) holds immense social and culinary significance in every Bulgarian home. There is always one person in the family who carries the responsibility and knows the secret family recipe for this sacred festive plate.
Our Rhodopa recipe for lamb with potatoes in the oven focuses on practicality:
- Meat in pieces: This allows for easy and accurate portion planning.
- The taste of the mountains: Regardless of where the meat was purchased or how it was raised, we guarantee that with this recipe, it will take on the flavor of true Rhodopa lamb that grazed only on fresh mountain herbs and grasses (and its mother ate only that, too!).
Rhodopa Meatballs
For everyone looking to diversify their Easter spread, we offer a recipe for Rhodopa meatballs. This recipe is incredibly flexible:
- Convenience: If you are hosting relatives or a group of friends, you can cook the meatballs and the side dish all at once in a single tray. All that’s left is to chop a fresh salad, and you are ready.
- Choice of meat: You can prepare them with lamb, beef, pork, or any blend of your choice.
Beans with Rhodopa Seasoning
Whether you love beans, are vegetarian, or simply don’t want to pay exorbitant prices for “new” potatoes in April (which naturally appear in nature in late June), we have the solution.
Opt for beans with Rhodopa seasoning as a main dish or a side for your lamb:
- Authentic aroma: The Rhodopa seasoning transforms ordinary beans into a festive experience.
- A sensible choice: This is a solid, honest, and incredibly delicious addition to the Easter or St. George’s Day table.